Senior Target Fabrication Engineer - Assembly
Core
Managing the end-to-end delivery and precision assembly of complex fusion targets from component sourcing to final integration, ensuring micron-level accuracy and meeting technical requirements, budgets, and schedules.
Role type
Senior IC precision assembly and project management engineer
Builds
High-precision fusion targets for inertial fusion systems
Domain
Nuclear fusion / Hard tech manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Precision assembly techniques, GD&T interpretation, CAD modeling for fixtures, project management, quality control, technical documentation, liaison between scientists and technicians
Preferred skills
Micron-level tolerance management, chemical/material bonding (glue, epoxy, soldering, welding), automated assembly systems, cleanroom operations, cryogenic vacuum systems, advanced metrology (radiography, tomography)
Technologies
CAD software, radiography equipment, tomography equipment, cryogenic vacuum systems
Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end delivery of fusion targets ensuring technical requirements and schedules are met; Lead precision assembly of complex target systems with micron-level accuracy; Coordinate across working groups to translate customer requirements into fabrication plans; Design and implement assembly fixtures and specialized tooling; Establish project timelines to transition from R&D prototypes to high-throughput production; Oversee quality control and documentation for delivered targets
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with project management responsibilities